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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these compelling new open education undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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