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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in online learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Bouvet Island to conduct these MOOC 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 teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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