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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in online learning technology have empowered students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically 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 many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC classes? How can institutions manage low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This interesting new book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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