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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Puerto Rico to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these compelling new open education initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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