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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Monaco to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better grasp these open education undertakings. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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