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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational experiments. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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