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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology have empowered students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Spain to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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