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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are considering today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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