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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic education technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Cuba to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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