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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning make it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Slovakia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original 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 inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Teachers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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