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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology enable learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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