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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in elearning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the major 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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