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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning are empowering people all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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