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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning are empowering learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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