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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Gibraltar to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Professors want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this crescive need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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