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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Panama to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these promising new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources