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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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