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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Elidaemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also studies the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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