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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental 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 stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these intriguing new open education ventures. Scholars want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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