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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in online education technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better perceive these new open educational ventures. Academics want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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