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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Academics want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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