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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in online learning technology enable people all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like San Marino to conduct these MOOC classes? 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 we deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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