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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online education technology are empowering humans all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these exciting new open education ventures. Public servants want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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