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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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