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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Ecotech Institute to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better perceive these new open educational undertakings. Professors want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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