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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Wake Island to conduct these MOOC classes? 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 teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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