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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic education technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these promising new open education endeavours. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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