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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology institutions are considering today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better understand these significant new open education undertakings. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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