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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions have 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 participants be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Croatia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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