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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern gains in elearning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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