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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Students and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Professors want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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