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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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