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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in elearning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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