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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these MOOCs? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these open education initiatives. Educators want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this crescive desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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