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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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