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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning are enabling humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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