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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in electronic educational technology have empowered people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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