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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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