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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in e-learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? 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 institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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