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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in e-learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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