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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Australian Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Everybody wants to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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