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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these significant new open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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