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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in digital education technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Papua New Guinea to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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