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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scientists want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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