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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are dealing with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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