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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning enable students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational endeavours. People want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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