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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and 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 institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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