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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guam to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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