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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online 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 we deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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