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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in online learning have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and 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 participants handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Instructors want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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