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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in technology-enhanced learning enable students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are dealing with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOC classes? What original 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 educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. Educators want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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