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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these open educational undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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