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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning technology are enabling students all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? 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 get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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