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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in online education have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Macau to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Scientists want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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