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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are almost always 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 technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to understand these interesting new open education undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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