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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic education technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Academics want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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