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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in elearning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to understand these important new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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