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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. People want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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