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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in e-learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saudi Arabia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Students want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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