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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education experiments. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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