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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guinea-Bissau to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. People want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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