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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in e-learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies 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 low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these compelling new open education endeavours. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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