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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Baker Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Researchers want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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