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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in digital education technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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