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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these MOOC classes? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better perceive these significant new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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