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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Wake Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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