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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UWashingtonX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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