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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Educators want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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