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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Qatar to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these compelling new open education endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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