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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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