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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in electronic educational technology have enabled learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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