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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Public servants want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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