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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online education enable people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Georgia to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and 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 handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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