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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology have enabled humans all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation 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 we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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