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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to understand these significant new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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