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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are having to attend to now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Universities want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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