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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to better grasp these open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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