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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational experiments. Instructors want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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