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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these promising new open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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