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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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