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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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