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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UWashingtonX to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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