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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to better grasp these important new open education endeavours. Instructors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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