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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these open educational ventures. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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