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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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