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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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