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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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