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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Academics want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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