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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in online learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Brunei to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also studies the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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