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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are dealing with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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