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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Algeria to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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