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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Kuwait to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental 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 organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education experiments. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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