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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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