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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by organizations like The Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desideratum for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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