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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like French Guiana to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to better grasp these significant new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this crescive demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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