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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New advances in elearning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Corporations want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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