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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Australian Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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