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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning are enabling students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Denmark to conduct these MOOC classes? What 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 we handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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