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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally 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 lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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