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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in digital education technology have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What 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 participants handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Educators want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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