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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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