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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Angola to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative 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 stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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