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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these massively open online courses? 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 organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these compelling new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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