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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. People want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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