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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because 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 we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these promising new open educational initiatives. Universities want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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