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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these massively open online courses? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education experiments. Universities want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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