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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Kiribati to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Instructors want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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