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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning make it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education ventures. Professors want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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