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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like British Virgin Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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