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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in elearning have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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