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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Universities want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also describes the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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