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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Teachers want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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