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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative 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 educators manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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