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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in blended learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Mauritius to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education ventures. Instructors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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