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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online education technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these important new open educational initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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