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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning technology have empowered humans all around the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies 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 problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these interesting new open education initiatives. Universities want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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