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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these important new open education initiatives. Academics want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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