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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to understand these open educational endeavours. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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