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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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