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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in blended learning are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canada 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 institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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