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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What original 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 we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This definitive new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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