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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these interesting new open education experiments. Professors want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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