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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. New evolvements in online learning are enabling people all over the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of 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 institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Spain to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Corporations want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also reviews the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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