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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in digital education technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Iraq to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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