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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to understand these promising new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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