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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in elearning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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