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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Laos to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these open educational undertakings. Researchers want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this crescive demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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