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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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