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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in online education technology are providing the means for students all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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