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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in blended learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. People want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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