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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Belize to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open education ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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