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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning enable people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Professors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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