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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Corporations want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this crescive desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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