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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning have empowered students all over the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Mali to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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