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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Universities want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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