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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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