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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? 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 learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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