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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these significant new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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