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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning enable students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental 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 organizations manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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