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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online education technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. Researchers want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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