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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in electronic educational technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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