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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take online classes. MOOC courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders guarantee that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these important new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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