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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these new open education experiments. Teachers want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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