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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in elearning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Congo, (Congo  – Kinshasa) to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to understand these promising new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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