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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Trainers want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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