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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning have enabled people all over the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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