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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in electronic educational technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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