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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. People want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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