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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these compelling new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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