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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to better grasp these interesting new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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