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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in electronic educational technology have empowered students all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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