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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Burkina Faso to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these compelling new open education undertakings. Corporations want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also studies the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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