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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in e-learning are empowering humans all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Researchers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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