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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in online education have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? 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 organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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