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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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