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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in elearning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are considering in 2015 because learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Montserrat to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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