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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online education have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to understand these new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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