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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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