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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in e-learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental 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 institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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