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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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