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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better comprehend these exciting new open educational ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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