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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. New advancements in blended learning have enabled students all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Slovakia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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