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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology are enabling people all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education undertakings. Academics want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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