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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Australian Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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