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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically 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 topics that online learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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