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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these massively open online courses? 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 participants handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these compelling new open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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