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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Ecotech Institute to conduct these MOOC courses? 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 learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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