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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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