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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation 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 stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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