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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students all over the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Kiribati to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to understand these intriguing new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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