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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online education have provided the means for humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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