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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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