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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massive open online courses? 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 educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Trainers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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