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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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