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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in digital education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these important new open educational ventures. Scholars want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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