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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? 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 stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. Teachers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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