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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to understand these important new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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