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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X 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 we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these compelling new open education ventures. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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