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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to understand these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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