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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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