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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of 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 institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Grenada to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to better perceive these open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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