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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative 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 we handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational experiments. People want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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