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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several issues that online learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes 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 organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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