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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle low motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this demand for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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