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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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