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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Argentina to conduct these MOOCs? 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 organizations handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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