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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in online learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these important new open education initiatives. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the major 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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