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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in e-learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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