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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in electronic educational technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Students want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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