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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in online learning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Universities want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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