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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online education technology enable students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Sierra Leone to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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