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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Iraq to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative 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 institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these compelling new open educational experiments. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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