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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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