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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative 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 stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these intriguing new open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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