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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by organizations like Cuba to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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