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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? 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 teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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