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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Niue to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these open education initiatives. Universities want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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