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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are normally 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 many subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guyana to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to be more aware of these promising new open education ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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