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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in electronic educational technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brunei to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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