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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in online learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions have to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kuwait to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to better grasp these promising new open educational ventures. Researchers want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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