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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental 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 manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also describes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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