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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in elearning have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC courses? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. Trainers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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