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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in online education technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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