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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Public servants want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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