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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to better perceive these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Academics want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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