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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education undertakings. Scholars want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education