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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are enabling people all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to understand these important new open education initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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