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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that online education organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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