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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in e-learning have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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