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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these significant new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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