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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online education are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental 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 institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also studies the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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