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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like American College of Education to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Scholars want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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