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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in elearning technology enable learners all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these compelling new open education undertakings. Instructors want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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