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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in e-learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Eliademy 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 educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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