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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in learning technology have enabled students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like San Marino to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Academics want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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