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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in online learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these compelling new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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