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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are several topics that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the key 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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