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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in e-learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Egypt to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education experiments. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. People want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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