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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this crescive need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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