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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kiribati to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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