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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to take online classes. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. 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 training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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