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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these promising new open education undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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