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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these important new open education ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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