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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in electronic educational technology enable learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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