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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology are empowering students all over the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these massive 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 we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Professors want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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