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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning make it possible for students all around the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like El Salvador to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better understand these exciting new open education endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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