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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology have empowered humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to better perceive these promising new open education ventures. Students want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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