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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in digital education technology are empowering humans all around the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended 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 organizations guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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