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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in e-learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are struggling with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better comprehend these open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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