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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of issues that blended learning organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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