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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ecuador to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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