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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better perceive these important new open educational experiments. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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