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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in online education make it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these exciting new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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