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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Venezuela to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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