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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC courses? What 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 educators deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these new open educational undertakings. People want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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