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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this crescive desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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