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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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