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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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