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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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