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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning have enabled humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the training provided by these massively open online 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 certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to better comprehend these new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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