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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in digital education technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? 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 teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this crescive desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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