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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in electronic education technology have enabled learners all over the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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