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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take online courses. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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