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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vanderbilt University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental 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 get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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