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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Academics want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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