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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Wellesley College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education undertakings. Trainers want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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