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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Dominican Republic to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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