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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Svalbard to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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