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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning make it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of training 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 we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to better understand these exciting new open education undertakings. Teachers want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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