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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like The Bahamas to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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