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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better perceive these interesting new open education ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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