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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in blended learning technology have enabled students all around the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the instruction 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 certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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