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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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