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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Svalbard to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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