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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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