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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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