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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in electronic educational technology enable learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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