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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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