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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in electronic educational technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Aruba to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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