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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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