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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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