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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also considers the major 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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