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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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