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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Somalia to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these fascinating new open education endeavours. Universities want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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