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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online education technology enable students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Niger to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage low motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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