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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better grasp these new open educational ventures. Students want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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