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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in digital education technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Uganda to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these promising new open educational experiments. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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