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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in electronic education technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Laos to conduct these MOOC classes? 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 stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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