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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Professors want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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