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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? 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 institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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