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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for students 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 numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Angola to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these open educational experiments. Trainers want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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