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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with today because online education technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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