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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to understand these new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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