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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these intriguing new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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