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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also deals with the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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