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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Academics want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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