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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like British Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental 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 organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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