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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are considering today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these interesting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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