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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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