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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in electronic educational technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cook Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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