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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in electronic educational technology are enabling learners all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Montserrat to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to better comprehend these interesting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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