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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Wallis and Futuna to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also investigates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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