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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like New Caledonia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Academics want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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