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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Botswana to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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