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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advances in online education technology are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Aruba to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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