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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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