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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in elearning have empowered learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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