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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning enable learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. People want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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