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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in electronic education technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Australian Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. People want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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