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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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