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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology are empowering students all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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