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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering today because online education technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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