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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in elearning are making it possible for people all around the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Public servants want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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