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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Marshall Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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