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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advances in distance learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these significant new open education endeavours. Professors want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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