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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Northern Cyprus to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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