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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New gains in blended learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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