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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning enable humans in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Universities want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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