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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these important new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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