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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these important new open education endeavours. Scientists want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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