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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational experiments. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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