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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning technology are empowering humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also researches the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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