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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? 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 attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Instructors want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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