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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better grasp these interesting new open education ventures. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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