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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like New Caledonia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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