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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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