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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? 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 get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these open educational experiments. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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