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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing desire for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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