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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Singapore to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to better understand these important new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This new book also examines 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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