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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in online learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Academics want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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