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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better comprehend these open education experiments. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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