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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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