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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in e-learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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