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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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