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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to better comprehend these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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