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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education undertakings. Students want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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