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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Moldova to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these promising new open educational initiatives. People want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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