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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable people all over the world to take courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also explores the major 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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