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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to better understand these promising new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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