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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like San Marino to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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