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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scholars want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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