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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Switzerland to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better understand these new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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