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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in elearning have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity 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 we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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