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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online education enable humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Nigeria to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better perceive these compelling new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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