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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also describes the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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