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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these fascinating new open education experiments. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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