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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are having to attend to now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment 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 manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Students want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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