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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning make it possible for humans all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What 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 learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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