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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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