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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Slovakia to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Corporations want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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