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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better grasp these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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