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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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