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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these open education experiments. Scholars want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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