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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning are empowering people all over the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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