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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these new open educational ventures. Scholars want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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