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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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