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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest changes in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to better understand these fascinating new open educational experiments. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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