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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous topics that online education organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Public servants want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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