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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in digital education technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better understand these intriguing new open education experiments. Researchers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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