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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically 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 subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these significant new open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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