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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What 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 we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these exciting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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