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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology enable humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these exciting new open education experiments. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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