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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Meetup to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Trainers want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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