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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What original 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 educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing need to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these important new open education undertakings. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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