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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these compelling new open education endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also explores the key 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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