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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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