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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning have enabled learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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