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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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