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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Niger to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these promising new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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