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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental 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 teachers deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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