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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in online learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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