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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Instructors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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