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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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