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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology have empowered humans all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering in 2015 because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Open2Study to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to understand these new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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