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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning have empowered learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like San Marino to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to understand these significant new open educational experiments. Scientists want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this crescive demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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