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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Central African Republic to conduct these massively open online courses? What 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 we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these interesting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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