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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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