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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in online learning are empowering learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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