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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and 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 low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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