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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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