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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants want to understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Universities want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive demand for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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