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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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