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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Australian Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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