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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are having to attend to today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to understand these new open education initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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