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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning have empowered learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Educators want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this crescive demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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