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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Monaco to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also studies the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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