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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people all over the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open education experiments. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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