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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Michigan to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education undertakings. People want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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