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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Montserrat to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Students want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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