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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in elearning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Yemen to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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