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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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