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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning are enabling people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Macau to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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