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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in learning technology are empowering students all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Aruba to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better grasp these fascinating new open educational ventures. Academics want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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