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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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