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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning enable learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Renton Technical College to conduct these massively open online courses? 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 student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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