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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education 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 institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these interesting new open education ventures. Universities want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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