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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to better perceive these significant new open education ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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