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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology enable learners all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Paraguay to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Academics want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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