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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in online learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental 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 issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these intriguing new open education undertakings. Professors want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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