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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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