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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Reddit to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open education undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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