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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ireland to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these new open educational endeavours. People want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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