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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Romania to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants want to understand these new open education experiments. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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