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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Brunei to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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