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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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