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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several issues that blended learning institutions have to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Martinique to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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