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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these interesting new open education initiatives. Students want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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