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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Lesotho to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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