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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Babson College to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation 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 organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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