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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in elearning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering in 2015 because online education technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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