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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are considering today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and 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 educators manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education ventures. Instructors want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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