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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in digital education technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Finland to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative 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 we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education ventures. Educators want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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