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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these open education undertakings. Instructors want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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