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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled students all over the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to better perceive these intriguing new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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