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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these compelling new open education ventures. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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