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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ascension to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these significant new open education ventures. Everybody wants to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also reviews the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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