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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in online learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education undertakings. Public servants want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this crescive desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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