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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Teachers want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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