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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open educational experiments. Lecturers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this growing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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