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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in elearning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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