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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Guyana to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Trainers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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