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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are enabling people all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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