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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these massively 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 students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to be more aware of these significant new open educational ventures. Universities want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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