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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Niger to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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