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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational ventures. Corporations want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this crescive desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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