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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in e-learning are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that e-learning institutions have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open education undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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