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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to understand these open education initiatives. Trainers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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