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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Mauritius to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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