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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning enable humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions have to consider now that learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these interesting new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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