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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Facebook to conduct these MOOC courses? 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 we manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education ventures. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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