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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. Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like The Bahamas to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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