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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in e-learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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