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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are generally 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 many topics that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to better understand these new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this crescive desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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