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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Indonesia to conduct these MOOC classes? What original 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 organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these new open education undertakings. Universities want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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