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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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