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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning are empowering students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the education provided by 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 institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better grasp these interesting new open education ventures. Teachers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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