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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online education have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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