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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Michigan to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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