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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Suriname to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these open education endeavours. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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