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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like New Caledonia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources