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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What 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 learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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