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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning are enabling people in every nation on earth to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these promising new open education initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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