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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Montenegro to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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