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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these open education initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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