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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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