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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these important new open education endeavours. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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