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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this growing need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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