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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in elearning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massively 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 lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these open education ventures. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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