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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Nicaragua to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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