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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Educators want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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