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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in elearning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Guyana to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education undertakings. Public servants want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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