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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. 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 massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these significant new open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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