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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning are empowering humans all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tristan da Cunha to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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