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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to understand these exciting new open educational experiments. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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