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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tokelau to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open education ventures. Educators want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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