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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online education technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Korea, South to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment 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 learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Students want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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