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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning are empowering students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this crescive need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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