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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online education are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing need for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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