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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in blended learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction 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 organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better grasp these open education ventures. Teachers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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