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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online learning are empowering learners all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Cameroon to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these important new open education undertakings. Teachers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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