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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Belgium to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these promising new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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