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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these intriguing new open education undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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