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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Nauru to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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