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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Kingman Reef to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these interesting new open education undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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