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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in elearning are making it possible for humans all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a expanding need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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