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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? 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 for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Educators want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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