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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Zimbabwe to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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