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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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