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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in online learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What original 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 educators handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational experiments. Teachers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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