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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning enable students all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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