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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better understand these intriguing new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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