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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Fiji to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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