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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in digital education technology make it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are considering now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Georgia to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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