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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative 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 participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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