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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning technology are empowering learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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