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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in digital education technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better understand these important new open education endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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