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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes 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 MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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