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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like British Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these interesting new open education experiments. Academics want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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