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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in online learning have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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