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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to understand these significant new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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