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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in elearning are making it possible for humans all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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