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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these compelling new open educational experiments. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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