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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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