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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning have empowered learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these massively 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 organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Jordan to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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