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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Greece to conduct these MOOC classes? What 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 stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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