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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. 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 instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Universities want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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