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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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