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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Academics want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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