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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in blended learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these important new open education ventures. Scholars want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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