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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for students all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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