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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in digital education technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mexico to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also studies the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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