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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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