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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open education ventures. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this growing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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