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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning enable learners all over the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like British Indian Ocean Territory to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also examines the most important 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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