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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Vanderbilt University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Professors want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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