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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Educators want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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