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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Turkey to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Scientists and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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