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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Sudan to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these interesting new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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