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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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