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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Somaliland to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these promising new open educational endeavours. Professors want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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