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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in electronic educational technology have empowered learners all around the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Teachers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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