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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in electronic education technology have empowered humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Universities want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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