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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like LinkedIn to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these exciting new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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