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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction 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 be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these important new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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