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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online 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 institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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