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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in blended learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Marquette University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational experiments. Researchers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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