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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Australian Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these interesting new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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