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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in blended learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education ventures. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desire for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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