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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in e-learning make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like The Bahamas to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these interesting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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