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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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