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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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