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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in digital education technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Bellevue University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to better grasp these compelling new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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