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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Tuvalu to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative 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 deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to better grasp these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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