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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in e-learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Afghanistan to conduct these massively open online courses? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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