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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jersey to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Students want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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