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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning are providing the means for students all over the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Educators want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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