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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online education technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australian Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Students want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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