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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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