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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in electronic education technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. People want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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