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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these significant new open educational endeavours. Academics want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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