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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic education technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Suriname to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Instructors want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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