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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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