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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Brunei to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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