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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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