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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in digital education technology make it possible for students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these interesting new open education endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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