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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Guyana to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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