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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in elearning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this crescive need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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