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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Moldova to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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