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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Senegal to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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