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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New advancements in electronic educational technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Public servants want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this crescive need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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