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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning technology are empowering people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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