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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning are empowering learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to better grasp these fascinating new open education experiments. Trainers want to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also discusses the major 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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